Justin Rice
Justin Rice  LB  Utah State | NFL Draft 2021 Souting Report - Portrait Image
Justin Rice
Height
6-2
Weight
225
College
Utah State
Position
LB
Class
Senior
Home town
Modesto, CA
56.0/100
Player Rating
49
PositionRank (LB)
4.82
FortyYD Time
Sacks
1.5
Fumbles Forced
2
Tackles
124
Sol tackles
61

Justin Rice LB Utah State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

Justin Rice LB Utah State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report

PLAY STYLE: BOX LB
Last Updated: 03/11/2021
Draft Year: 2021
40 time: 4.82 seconds (21%*)
Measurables:
Height: 6-2 (55%*) Weight: 225 (6%*)
Forty: 4.82 (O) (21%*)
0% 100%
(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other (HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
For an explanation of how the (HS) data is calculated see this article
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PLAY STYLE: BOX LB
Last Updated: 03/11/2021
Draft Year: 2021
40 time: 4.82 seconds (21%*)
Measurables:
0% 100%
Height: 6-2 (55%*) Weight: 225 (6%*)
Forty: 4.82 (O) (21%*)
(C) - NFL Combine (P) - Pro Day (O) - Other
(HS) -Estimated from High School Combine
For an explanation of how the (HS) data is calculated see this article
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Overall Rating: 56.0 / 100
Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced
Offense Rating:
78%
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Tackling:
57%
Pass Rush:
55%
Run Defense:
52%
Coverage:
52%
DRAFT PROJECTION: UDFA
Overall Rank: #428 Position rank: #49
College Games: 40 College Snaps: 2543
Grade: 3 ESPN  Stars 3 ESPN  Stars ESPN RATING: 72/100
College Combine Results
Grade: 247 Sports 3  Stars 247 Sports 80 Stars 247 RATING: 80/100
Grade: 3 Stars 3 Stars RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
Strengths
  • A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit.
  • Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and shows no wasted motion in getting there. At least adequate lateral agility to avoid blockers and shows good vision and anticipation.
  • Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in traffic.
  • An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a physical nature. An intense, powerful hitter who willingly gives up his body.
Weaknesses
  • One-speed player, lacking dynamic qualities and doesn't look natural in reverse. Lacks the fluidity to be consistent dropping against the pass with unpolished cover skills.
  • Can be too hesitant when he doesn't find the ball immediately.
  • Lacks functional strength to shed and take on blocks at the point of attack.
  • Lacks the strength to blow up fullbacks and bulk/length to prevent getting engulfed by better linemen at the second level.
  • Saught looking into the backfield occasionally instead of getting to the receiver in the flat. Leaves his feet at times while tackling, and NFL backs will take advantage of that.
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How other scouting services rate Justin Rice (Overall Rank)

All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
563.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
90.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance. For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.

*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.